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Conspiracy to Commit Mail Fraud (18 U.S.C. 1341; 18 U.S.C. 371)
CONSPIRACY TO COMMIT MAIL FRAUD If you’re on our website, it’s likely because you or someone you know is worried about federal charges for conspiracy to commit mail fraud. At Spodek Law Group, we are a nationwide federal defense law firm created by Todd Spodek, we have absolutely no tolerance for complacency, and we won’t […]
read moreConspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud (18 U.S.C. 1343; 18 U.S.C. 371)
UNDERSTANDING CONSPIRACY TO COMMIT WIRE FRAUD (18 U.S.C. 1343; 18 U.S.C. 371) Conspiracy to commit wire fraud is a federal crime that can carry life-altering consequences ranging from prison time, to financial penalties, and more. If you think the government only goes after “big fish,” you are wrong. These indictments can hit anyone—business owners, employees, […]
read moreConspiracy to Commit Bank Fraud (18 U.S.C. 1344; 18 U.S.C. 371)
CONSPIRACY TO COMMIT BANK FRAUD (18 U.S.C. 1344; 18 U.S.C. 371) If you’re on our website, it’s because you’re in legal trouble – and need the best criminal defense attorney. You might be under investigation for conspiracy to commit bank fraud, or you may know someone who was accused of this crime. Regardless of the […]
read moreConspiracy to Commit Tax Fraud (26 U.S.C. 7206; 18 U.S.C. 371)
CONSPIRACY TO COMMIT TAX FRAUD AS SEEN ON MAJOR MEDIA OUTLETS If you’re reading this, it’s likely you or someone you care about is in trouble with the IRS. Let’s skip the small talk and get straight to the point: Tax fraud is serious, and a conspiracy charge that was brought under 26 U.S.C. 7206 […]
read moreConspiracy to Commit Medicare Fraud (18 U.S.C. 1347; 18 U.S.C. 371)
CONSPIRACY TO COMMIT MEDICARE FRAUD Let’s be brutally honest for a second. If you’re on this page, it’s probably because you or someone close to you is worried about a serious criminal situation. Conspiracy to commit Medicare fraud is a huge deal, and it can open the door to massive amounts of legal trouble. When […]
read moreConspiracy to Accept or Receive Illegal Kickbacks (42 U.S.C. 1320a-7(b)(b); 18 U.S.C. 371)
CONSPIRACY TO ACCEPT OR RECEIVE ILLEGAL KICKBACKS If you are someone who was charged with conspiracy to accept or receive illegal kickbacks, you are likely feeling confused, worried, and even angry. I won’t tolerate any excuses from you right now, because this is too serious to downplay. You need to face the facts and build […]
read moreConspiracy to Commit Obstruction of Justice (18 U.S.C. 1518, 1519; 18 U.S.C. 371)
CONSPIRACY TO COMMIT OBSTRUCTION OF JUSTICE If you’re accused of conspiracy to commit obstruction of justice, you risk serious criminal penalties. Those penalties can include lengthy prison sentences and steep financial fines. At Spodek Law Group, we understand how frightening this can be. We have over 50 years of combined experience and know how to […]
read moreConspiracy to Make False Statements Relating to Healthcare Matters (18 U.S.C. 1035; 18 U.S.C. 371)
CONSPIRACY TO MAKE FALSE STATEMENTS RELATING TO HEALTHCARE MATTERS AS SEEN ON MAJOR NEWS OUTLETS We are Spodek Law Group, a nationwide federal defense law firm created by Todd Spodek. We have over 50 years of combined experience defending individuals who were accused of serious federal crimes. If you are under investigation for conspiracy to […]
read moreConspiracy to Commit Healthcare Fraud (18 U.S.C. 1347; 18 U.S.C. 371)
CONSPIRACY TO COMMIT HEALTHCARE FRAUD If you’re reading this, it’s likely you’re worried about allegations of conspiracy to commit healthcare fraud. We are Spodek Law Group, a nationwide federal defense law firm created by Todd Spodek. We are recognized as a top rated legal team, and we understand the gravity of these accusations. We also […]
read moreConspiracy to Commit Theft or Embezzlement in Connection with Healthcare (18 U.S.C. 669; 18 U.S.C. 371)
Conspiracy To Commit Theft or Embezzlement in Connection with Healthcare (18 U.S.C. 669 and 18 U.S.C. 371) HEADLINE: Federal agents are charging New York technicians, pharmacy reps, and union officers with health‑plan rip‑offs every single month. You think the feds will look the other way because the dollar amount feels “small”? Wrong. One overt act, one penny misapplied, and you’re staring at felony exposure. Read everything below, then decide if gambling […]
read moreConspiracy to Commit Medicaid Fraud (18 U.S.C. 1347; 18 U.S.C. 371)
CONSPIRACY TO COMMIT MEDICAID FRAUD As Seen Under 18 U.S.C. 1347; 18 U.S.C. 371 Conspiracy that involves Medicaid fraud can turn your life upside down. If you are on this page, you might be looking for a dedicated criminal defense law firm that has the experience to tackle difficult legal challenges. At Spodek Law Group, […]
read moreDefending Federal Securities Fraud Charges
When the FBI Shows Up at Your Trading Desk: Defending Federal Securities Fraud Charges 6 AM. Your doorbell rings. It’s not FedEx. It’s the FBI, and theyre not there for coffee. They’ve got a warrant, a team of agents, and boxes for your computers. Your neighbor’s watching from their window as they walk you out […]
read moreWhat Should I Do If I Am Under A Federal Criminal Investigation
UNDER A FEDERAL CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION? AS SEEN ON NETFLIX We are Spodek Law Group, a nationwide federal defense law firm created by Todd Spodek. If you find yourself under federal scrutiny, you need to understand what is at stake. When you are under a federal criminal investigation, you can face severe civil and criminal penalties […]
read moreInternational Drug Crimes
INTERNATIONAL DRUG CRIMES If you are reading this, it’s because you want real answers about international drug offenses—and you want them right away. At Spodek Law Group, we understand how confusing and frightening these accusations can be. We also know there’s no room for excuses here. The stakes are enormous, and you need a defense […]
read moreMedicare Risk Adjustment Fraud
Medicare Risk Adjustment Fraud Defense – What Federal Prosecutors Don’t Want You to Know Back in 1985, Congress passed something called TEFRA – the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act, and buried inside was a provision that would change how Medicare pays health plans forever. They created this thing called risk adjustment, where insurers get […]
read moreFailing To Safeguard Deposits
FAILING TO SAFEGUARD DEPOSITS WHY THIS MATTERS NOW If your institution accepts other people’s money—whether you run a community bank, manage a real‑estate escrow account, operate a fintech wallet, or supervise attorney trust accounts—you carry a non‑negotiable duty to protect those funds. Federal regulators treat that duty as sacred. The FDIC can terminate insurance, the CFPB can […]
read moreSeller Side Insurance Fraud
SELLER SIDE INSURANCE FRAUD Look, I’m going to be brutally honest here. This crime that was committed by sellers, who mislead insurance providers, can put you in a world of trouble, which means you could end up in prison. You might be telling yourself it’s no big deal, or that you didn’t really break the […]
read moreERC Audit Lawyers
ERC AUDIT Businesses that were SEVERELY impacted by the pandemic often looked to the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) as a helpful tax incentive to help them get on their feet. This credit, which was introduced through legislation, and this very important act provided financial relief to employers who continued paying workers during times of economic […]
read moreForeign Labor Contracting
Foreign Labor Contracting – Understanding the Federal Criminal Charges Foreign labor contracting, it’s one of those crimes that sneaks up on business owners. You think you’re just hiring workers to get the job done – next thing you know, federal agents are at your door with a search warrant. The laws around foreign labor contracting […]
read moreUse Minors In Crimes Of Violence
WHY ADULTS USE KIDS TO COMMIT CRIMES – AND HOW IT BACKFIRES Chicago street gangs do this. Cartels do this. Even white-collar criminals do this. Here’s the brutal truth: Using minors for violent crimes is a federal offense under 18 U.S.C. §25 – and it doubles prison time for adults on first offenses, triples it […]
read moreDestruction Of Corporate Audit Records
DESTRUCTION OF CORPORATE AUDIT RECORDS THIS IS SERIOUS. If you are reading this, you might be worried about what happens when corporate audit records that were supposed to be preserved suddenly vanish. Let’s not sugarcoat anything: destroying audit documents that were relevant to investigations is a big deal, and the consequences can come at you […]
read moreCorporate Fraud Laws
CORPORATE FRAUD LAWS Spodek Law Group, is a premier, nationwide federal defense law firm that was created by Todd Spodek. We want to share important information about corporate fraud laws, which are regulations that were designed to prevent businesses from cheating or lying in ways that harm the public. This article is written in simple, […]
read moreDelaware Federal Attorneys
DELAWARE FEDERAL ATTORNEYS: YOUR ALLY IN HIGH-STAKES CASES If you are facing federal charges in Delaware, or if you believe you are being investigated, now is not the time for guesswork. Federal prosecutions that are overseen by United States Attorneys in the District of Delaware can lead to life-changing outcomes. You could be dealing with […]
read moreGrand Jury Subpoena Faq
GRAND JURY SUBPOENA FAQ If you received a grand jury subpoena, you are facing a serious situation that can put your future at risk. This type of subpoena is not a casual request. It is a legal order that was issued by a grand jury, which is a group of people who review evidence and […]
read moreSafety Valve Provision For Federal Sentencing
SAFETY VALVE PROVISION FOR FEDERAL SENTENCING If you’ve never heard of the Safety Valve Provision, you’re not alone – this is not a common provision. This lesser-known tool can reduce a mandatory minimum sentence in certain federal criminal cases, especially those involving drugs. It’s an important provision that can help when you’re potentially facing immense […]
read moreCongressional Subpoena
CONGRESSIONAL SUBPOENA DEFENSE LAWYERS If you’ve found yourself facing a congressional subpoena, it’s because Congress wants info that was linked to a high-level investigation, and they believe you have it or you committed the crime. This situation might feel terrifying, and it can have very real consequences if you don’t respond in the right way. […]
read moreFederal Blackmail And Extortion
Federal Blackmail And Extortion What is Federal Blackmail and Extortion? Federal blackmail and extortion are crimes that involve demanding money, property, or other valuable items by threatening harm, exposure of secrets, or other coercive tactics. Blackmail frequently arises under 18 U.S. Code § 873, which prohibits receiving money or other value in exchange for withholding […]
read moreOdometer Fraud
ODOMETER FRAUD If you’re on this page, it’s because you’re worried about Odometer Fraud charges – and need the best possible legal representation. WHAT IS ODOMETER FRAUD? Odometer Fraud is the practice of rolling back or altering an odometer to misrepresent a vehicle’s mileage. It’s a serious federal and state offense. We see these charges […]
read moreAttempted Murder Or Manslaughter
Attempted Murder or Manslaughter If you or a loved one are under investigation for Attempted Murder or Manslaughter, we understand how stressful this situation is. The stakes are high and the penalties can be life-altering. You have come to the right place. Spodek Law Group is a top rated New York criminal defense law firm […]
read moreFederal Statute Of Limitations
Federal Statue of Limitations If you’re on our website, it’s because you’re in legal trouble and need guidance about Federal Statute Of Limitations. You have come to the right place. At Spodek Law Group, we understand the severity of this topic and want to help you understand how it might apply to your situation. We […]
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